Are the Follwing Concert DVDs Worth Getting?
08-18-02, 02:39 PM
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The Springsteen concert is essential.
I was disappointed with the Depeche Mode concert DVD though. Gahan's voice sounded strained and the band simply didn't sound as strong or full as they do in concert. It was as if the band was going through the motions as well. It's not bad .. it's just .. not all that impressive. But I have to say .. this DVD received a glowing review on DVD Talk. Sooo .. who knows.
I was disappointed with the Depeche Mode concert DVD though. Gahan's voice sounded strained and the band simply didn't sound as strong or full as they do in concert. It was as if the band was going through the motions as well. It's not bad .. it's just .. not all that impressive. But I have to say .. this DVD received a glowing review on DVD Talk. Sooo .. who knows.
08-21-02, 08:31 AM
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The Bruce is awesome. I wish it was one sequential show, but that's ok by me....It is a great DVD.....I even had a chance to see a DVHS recording of it in 1080i and that was even better, but the DVD sure is great.
I borrowed the Concert for NYC from a friend. That is great too.
My most recent purchase was Symphinc Yes Tour. If you like Yes, this is a must own DVD. Their best DVD yet.
I borrowed the Concert for NYC from a friend. That is great too.
My most recent purchase was Symphinc Yes Tour. If you like Yes, this is a must own DVD. Their best DVD yet.
08-27-02, 09:23 PM
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anyone else who's seen Depeche Mode's disc?
So far, it's just one review/opinion of that disc. And it's negative. I'd like to hear more before I make up my mind. Thanks!
09-02-02, 10:40 PM
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BRUUUUUCE!!!!!!
yeah, great dvd
yeah, great dvd
09-04-02, 09:59 AM
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Huge U2 fan here, and I recommend the Depeche Mode show(Better shot than the Elevation show)
Anton Corbijn (Photographer for both DM and U2) shot the DM video and didn't go crazy with the constant cutting like the U2 one. I WISH U2 had used him. Plus the extras are better than the U2 one. My wife is the huge DM fan and she loved the DM DVD, so I say go for it. Plus it looks great and I thought it sounded great too. Hope that helps...
Anton Corbijn (Photographer for both DM and U2) shot the DM video and didn't go crazy with the constant cutting like the U2 one. I WISH U2 had used him. Plus the extras are better than the U2 one. My wife is the huge DM fan and she loved the DM DVD, so I say go for it. Plus it looks great and I thought it sounded great too. Hope that helps...
09-07-02, 12:51 PM
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I echo the recommendation for the Symphonic Yes dvd. One of, if not the best concert dvd I own.
I echo the recommendation for the Symphonic Yes dvd. One of, if not the best concert dvd I own.
I did feel that the orchestra was a bit muted in the mix overall. Also during Steve's acoustic piece, there seemed to be noise coming from the front left channel, which I'm sure was not originating from my system. It cleared up when the band went electric again.
09-10-02, 02:22 PM
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Just to further my thoughts on the Symphonic Yes....I saw clips of one of the other Yes concerts (not sure which one) on a D-VHS demo tape. The performance was not nearly as good as on SY. Great performances, great sound, great Video (except of course for Squire's sense of fashion, or lack thereof). A great all around DVD.
09-15-02, 10:34 PM
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I would highly recommend ACDC's "stiff upper lip" DVD. It is awesome. Anamorphic widescreen and DTS sound. There is like 23 songs on this disc. The U2 Elevation DVD is very good. I have to put ACDC's at the top of the list for sound and picture quality.
09-18-02, 01:52 PM
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Another excellent concert DVD is Alice In Chains Unplugged. It's only a 4:3 picture. But the video is pretty good. The sound however is very good. It's DD 5.1 and good enough to be demo quality. Anyone who enjoys excellent acoustic music should give it a try. One of my favorites.
09-18-02, 02:29 PM
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My most recent purchase was Symphinc Yes Tour. If you like Yes, this is a must own DVD. Their best DVD yet.
My most recent purchase was Symphinc Yes Tour. If you like Yes, this is a must own DVD. Their best DVD yet.
09-24-02, 01:19 PM
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Up there with the best / most favourite of concert DVDs, for me, is;
Travis - More THan Us (live in Glascow)
If you already love this band, this DVD is essential. The songs gain an epic quality in live playing that is missing on the studio albums which are subdued in comparison. If you don't know this band .. it is well worth checking out.
Travis - More THan Us (live in Glascow)
If you already love this band, this DVD is essential. The songs gain an epic quality in live playing that is missing on the studio albums which are subdued in comparison. If you don't know this band .. it is well worth checking out.
